A lathe is an extremely cool tool, but it’s also a pretty intimidating machine. YouTuber I Like to Make Stuff decides to learn basic how to use his new machine by making a tool handle.

If you plan on turning wood bowls, you may need a larger lathe than someone who simply wants to turn items on a spindle and make tool handles and salt and pepper shakers.

I made a handle for a new tool out of palm wood and red oak. It isn't perfect, but I learned a lot. What do you think?